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Cambridge IGCSE Environmental Management practice

Which of the following is NOT a component of soil?

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Soil composition

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Which of the following is NOT a component of soil?.

  1. A.Mineral particles
  2. B.Organic matter
  3. C.Air
  4. D.Plastic

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Soil Components

Soil is made up of mineral particles, organic matter (including living organisms and decomposed remains), air, and water. Mineral particles vary in size and include sand, silt, and clay.

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    Describe the main components that make up soil.

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